Proverbs 25:15

Proverbs 25:15 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

15Through patience a ruler can be persuaded,

and a gentle tongue can break a bone.

15Through 25:15 Lit length of angerpatience a ruler may be persuaded,

And a gentle tongue breaks bone.

15By forbearance a ruler may be persuaded,

And a soft tongue breaks the bone.

15By patience and a calm spirit a ruler may be persuaded,

And a soft and gentle tongue breaks the bone [of resistance]. [Gen 32:4; 1 Sam 25:24; Prov 15:1; 16:14]

15Through patience a ruler can be persuaded,

and a gentle tongue can break a bone.

15If you are patient, you can win an official over to your side.

And gentle words can break a bone.